The University of Jos has directed the immediate evacuation of students from its hostels due to the deteriorating security situation in Jos, Plateau State.
The instruction was conveyed in a statement on Wednesday by the institution’s Deputy Registrar, Information and Public Relations, Emmanuel Madugu.
The statement read, “In view of the general security situation in Jos, and particularly the near chaotic scenarios that unfolded today (Wednesday 1st April 2026), in areas near the university which heightened tensions and threatened the safety of students in the hostels, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Tanko Ishaya has directed the immediate evacuation of students of the university from the hostels.
“The evacuation is facilitated by HE Barrister Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, the Executive Governor of Plateau State, who has provided transport services, fully authorised to carry out the assignment even within the curfew hours.”
Students residing within Jos and surrounding areas were instructed to leave the hostels from 3 pm on Wednesday, while those whose parents or guardians live outside the state are scheduled for evacuation from 8 am on Thursday.
The management assured that adequate security personnel have been deployed to safeguard the hostels and the university community, urging everyone to remain calm and promising further updates as needed.
This action follows a recent deadly attack on the Angwan Rukuba community, which reportedly claimed several lives and heightened tensions across the city.
Earlier, the Plateau State Government had imposed a 48-hour curfew in Jos North Local Government Area, which was relaxed on Wednesday to allow movement between 7 am and 3 pm daily. However, fresh panic was reported in parts of the city on Wednesday morning as hoodlums allegedly exploited the relaxation to attack motorists and residents.